CHELSEA TRANSFER NEWS - The Blues are being linked with a move for wantaway Real Madrid star Mateo Kovacic, but how could he slot into their side?

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He was also a key player in Leicester’s stunning title win a year earlier under Claudio Ranieri.

Chelsea are desperate to keep hold of their key man and would be willing to offer him a new deal worth a similar figure.

But they know the opportunity of a return to France, three years after leaving Caen, may prove too difficult for Kante to turn down.

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Goal report that the Blues though have already targeted Lyon's highly-rated youngster Tanguy Ndombele as his replacement.

The 21-year-old has been linked with moves to Manchester United and Tottenham as his stock continues to rise.

Having previously spent time out on loan at Amiens, defensive midfielder Ndombele became a regular for Lyon last season, making 50 appearances in all competitions as they secured a third-place finish in Ligue 1.

He is one of a number of players Chelsea are looking at ahead of the new season, though the confusion over their managerial situation continues to confuse matters.

Former Napoli boss Maurizio Sarri is widely expected to replace current boss Antonio Conte with a contract already agreed but the deal has still not been confirmed.